Scandinavia - Tallinn (PDF Chapter)

12th Edition Jun 2015

This is the Tallinn chapter from Lonely Planet’s Scandinavia guidebook.

Tallinn has charm by the bucketload, fusing the modern and medieval to come up with a vibrant vibe all of its own. It’s an intoxicating mix of church spires, glass skyscrapers, baroque palaces, top-notch eateries and brooding battlements – with a few Soviet throwbacks in the mix.

explore the medieval Old Town, the most fascinating locality in Estonia

maps

stroll through Raekoja plats to see the Gothic town hall, shop at the markets or people-watch from one of the outdoor cafes

transport

explore Tallinn maritime history at Lennusadam Seaplane Harbour and journey down the cramped corridors of a 1930s naval submarine